ATLANTA (February 7, 2013) - Winter Storm Nemo is bringing snow to the Great Lakes states on its way to the Northeast U.S. and The Weather Company (TWC) meteorologists believe it is a potentially historic, crippling blizzard that will seriously impact people throughout the Northeast. Forecasts include a STORM:CON 10 index for Boston, the first issuing of a "10" on this new winter weather index; with a potential 2-3 ft. of snowfall expected, as well as similar amounts in parts of Connecticut, Vermont, Rhode Island and Maine, with wind gusts along parts of the coast that could reach hurricane force along with coastal flooding.

The Weather Company (TWC) continues to fulfill its mission to help prepare and keep people safe during severe weather events, offering more comprehensive coverage than any other news and weather organization. Stick with TWC across all screens - TV, online, mobile and tablet - for up-to-the-minute updates on Nemo's developments. Coverage includes:

TV: Preempting all programming to cover Nemo 24/7 from today through Saturday, The Weather Channel will give viewers up-to-the-minute details on the storm's path and possible effects. The Weather Channel coverage includes:

· A special edition of "Wake Up With Al" tomorrow, Friday, Feb. 8, beginning at 5:00 a.m.ET; Host Al Roker will report from Boston and Host Stephanie Abrams will cover from New York City.

· The following on-camera meteorologists will be stationed throughout the Northeast:

· Boston, MA: Jim Cantore

· Massachusetts coast: Mike Seidel

· Boston, MA: Eric Fisher

· New York City: Paul Goodloe

· Hartford, CT: Janel Klein

· In addition, our coverage will include reports from NBC News correspondents Ron Mott in Providence, RI; Ron Allen in Hartford, CT; Rehema Ellis in New York City; Anne Thompson on Long Island; and Jay Gray in Boston, MA.

(NOTE: These locations are fluid and may change depending on Nemo's path).

ONLINE: Keep up with the latest news, videos and information on Nemo online at www.weather.com and www.wunderground.com.

· Winter Storm Central: Available at http://www.weather.com/news/winter, get news, as well as tips on winter weather preparedness, winter safety, home protection and driving, and historical data on past storms.

· Winter Storm Nemo Tracker Map: Track Nemo with this map that includes storm details such as location, snowfall, wind speed and more. Users can choose to view the storm in different layers, including previous, current and forecast paths.

· Cover It Live: As the storm progresses, there will be a chance to chat live with TWC experts and meteorologists about Nemo, available from www.weather.com.

· Notify!: Subscribers to The Weather Channel Notify! service (www.weather.com/notify) will receive alerts by email, phone or SMS when severe weather warnings are issued in their area.